KS1 Teaching Assistant: Flexible, Impactful School Support

Trust Education Limited; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Trust Education Limited is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support learning in primary settings across the Rotherham area. You will assist in classrooms, run small groups, and help pupils with learning and wellbeing.

The role requires good English and Maths, strong communication, patience and reliability. Experience with primary children and safeguarding commitment are valued, with DBS enhanced check required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children in a school setting.
• Good English and Maths skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, caring and able to engage and support pupils.
• Organised, reliable and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the classroom and with small groups or individual pupils.
• Assist pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Help prepare and organise learning resources and classroom activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with additional learning or SEND needs as required.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress to teaching staff.
• Supervise pupils during lessons, breaks, trips and school activities.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies at all times.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, staff and parents/carers where appropriate.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Patience

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Trust Education Limited is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support learning in primary settings across the Rotherham area. You will assist in classrooms, run small groups, and help pupils with learning and wellbeing.

The role requires good English and Maths, strong communication, patience and reliability. Experience with primary children and safeguarding commitment are valued, with DBS enhanced check required.